Global Compensation Program Manager in Duluth, Georgia - #66077 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 66077

Global Compensation Program Manager
Our client is seeking a Global Compensation Program Manager who will be responsible for supporting and executing our reward programs globally. This role requires hands-on experience in compensation management, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across various departments and regions.

This role is onsite in Duluth, Georgia.

Global Compensation Program Manager Responsibilities

• Lead the administration of company-wide reward plans, ensuring accurate and timely execution.
• Manage the annual compensation processes, including merit reviews and bonus payouts, in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide coaching on reward plan specifics and respond to local HR and business inquiries.
• Conduct market trend analysis and periodic reviews of existing compensation programs; recommend changes and enhancements as needed.
• Manage relationships with third-party administrators to ensure high-quality and consistent service delivery.
• Conduct gender pay gap analysis and implement strategies as necessary.
• Collaborate with Global Centers of Excellence (COE), HR colleagues, Finance, and Legal to communicate program materials, prepare management reports, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain job grading and architecture; draft job descriptions; conduct job analyses and gradings.
• Act as a consultant to Regional Compensation & Benefits Managers and Local HR teams on job architecture and leveling matters.
• Participate in designing compensation packages and bonus programs aligned with company goals.

Global Compensation Program Manager Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Compensation and Benefits Manager or in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS or payroll software, ideally SAP / SuccessFactors.
• Strong knowledge of building compensation packages and bonus programs for various departments and senior leadership roles.
• Expert understanding of job evaluation and job analysis systems (e.g., WTW, Mercer, Aon, Hay).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with expert-level Excel and analytics skills.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Human Resources Management, Finance, Statistics, or a relevant field.
• Experience in supporting and leading global compensation initiatives.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in Compensation (e.g., CCP) is a plus.
• Experience with global HR practices and regulations.

Compensation: $54/hr. (DOE)

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Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible VanderHouwen contractors and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.